Description

Richard Strauss: Vier Letzte Lieder - Elisabeth Schwarzkopf / Muttertändelei; Waldseligkeit; Zueignung; Freundliche Vision; Die Heilige Drei Könige / Electrola LP Stereo

1C 063-00 608

Product Features:

Format: Vinyl LP
Label: Electrola – 1C 063-00 608
Country: Germany
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Overview:

Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Richard Strauss's "Vier Letzte Lieder" with this captivating LP featuring the incomparable Elisabeth Schwarzkopf and the Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the baton of George Szell. This recording showcases Strauss's mastery of orchestration and Schwarzkopf's unparalleled soprano vocals, delivering a mesmerizing interpretation of these poignant songs. From the ethereal beauty of "Frühling" to the haunting introspection of "Im Abendrot," experience the emotional depth and transcendent beauty of Strauss's final works.

Interesting Facts:

"Vier Letzte Lieder" (Four Last Songs) are among Richard Strauss's final compositions, composed in 1948.
The lyrics for the first three songs are by Hermann Hesse, while the text for "Im Abendrot" is by Josef von Eichendorff.
In addition to the "Four Last Songs," this LP includes other vocal works by Strauss, such as "Muttertändelei," "Waldseligkeit," "Zueignung," "Freundliche Vision," and "Die Heilige Drei Könige aus Morgenland."
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf's interpretation of Strauss's lieder is celebrated for its emotional depth and technical mastery, making her one of the definitive interpreters of this repertoire.

Tracklist:

Side A: Vier Letzte Lieder
1. Frühling (Words By – Hermann Hesse)
2. September (Words By – Hermann Hesse)
3. Beim Schlafengehen (Words By – Hermann Hesse)
4. Im Abendrot (Words By – Josef Von Eichendorff)
Side B: Other Vocal Works by Richard Strauss
1. Muttertändelei Op. 43,2 (Words By – Gottfried August Bürger)
2. Waldseligkeit Op. 49,1 (Words By – Richard Dehmel)
3. Zueignung Op.10,1 (Words By – Hermann Von Gilm)
4. Freundliche Vision Op. 48,1 (Words By – Otto Julius Bierbaum)
5. Die Heilige Drei Könige Aus Morgenland Op. 56,6 (Words By – Heinrich Heine)